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Waterbird Lakeside Inn

2.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Chesterton with free parking

Photo gallery for Waterbird Lakeside Inn

Room, Lake View
Lobby
Exterior detail
Lobby
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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556 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Place, Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Lake View

Room, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chesterton

At Waterbird Lakeside Inn you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Chesterton Art Center and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Chesterton hotel include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

Lakefront hotel in Chesterton with free parking
Waterbird Lakeside Inn offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Chesterton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Waterbird Lakeside Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Chesterton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Waterbird Lakeside Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Yep, Waterbird Lakeside Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

The closest beach to Waterbird Lakeside Inn is Dune Acres Beach (6.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

No, Waterbird Lakeside Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Waterbird Lakeside Inn Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 949 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 949 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 949 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 949 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 949 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
The rooms all have lake views. Lots of waterbirds to watch including a family of swans
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Travelled with partner
It was nice to have a view of the lake and watch the water birds, and a family of swans
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Caden

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was okay, it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

kathleen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room didn’t look like pictures
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karli

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We were locked out at 8:30 AM (key card not working) and no one was available at the desk to help. Card finally worked after ~20 attempts. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jean, Circle Pines

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and bed was comfortable. The most amazing part is the small lake right outside the room. We saw swans with babies, Canada geese with babies, an otter, a couple turtles, a couple of cranes, that was amazing! You can tell the hotel is older and the owners are maybe newer and trying to make it. The hotel could use updating but it was clean and comfortable. Person who checked us in, maybe owner, was very nice and efficient. Would stay here again. Close to Indiana Dunes National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and pleasant location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel for the price. Did not provide breakfast, but cheaper than most that did. Clean and quiet. Grocery store and a couple fast food restraints in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Caryn

Liked: Staff & service
The lake view was wonderful. Unfortunately there was a lot of goose droppings everywhere so you had to watch your step. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The only issue was it just wasn’t clean. Bug splatters on the wall. Dirty blankets. Carpet stains. The area was quiet. Beautiful view. Lady at the check in counter was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Was absolutely great and the water was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lovely view of Lake Chubb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunner

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean property. Nice view. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spotless and very, very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Quint

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Check-in staff, friendly. However, smoke detector hanging out of the ceiling and very low water pressure made for a not so “comfortable” stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025